Sometimes luxury comes in small packages – while many may envision a “luxury home” as necessitating a sprawling floor plan, these stylish spaces take a more modest approach. Each of these three compact homes measure at less than 60 square meters but make a huge impression thanks to their streamlined decor, high quality furnishings, and thoughtful design. If you’re looking for ways to make your small or medium sized apartment feel more sophisticated, maybe one of these inspiring interior tours could spark some ideas. Which one of these fabulous homes is your favorite?
While the other homes in this roundup definitely made an effort to make each functional area feel like its own distinct space, this one features a more open-feeling layout where everything works together. The Flos Mod 265 swing arm wall lamp adds drama to the lighting.
The kitchen proper uses warm wood cabinetry and textural tiles to express the comfort of rustic design without sacrificing an ounce of contemporary style.
To make the narrow hallway feel larger, the designer chose to use highly glossy materials to maximize the amount of natural light and to increase perceived spaciousness.
With a low bed and simple wall cladding, this bedroom just begs for a minimalist decor treatment. The vases and plant trimmings are a nice touch that vibe with the natural feel of the space.
Check it out! The platform beneath the bed lights up to make it easier to navigate at night without the need to turn on any bright overhead lights.
Low beds like these pretty much remove the need for side tables, although the wrap-around storage space serves as a clean-looking stand-in here.
Of course, no tour is complete without a quick peek at the bathroom – just as luxurious as the rest of the home.
Visualizer:Norik Karavardanian
This next space is a concept for a small apartment in Gdansk, Poland. Its natural interior takes advantage of multiple varieties of wood for a warm and welcoming aesthetic, but adds plenty of polished glass and matte black surfaces for contemporary style.
And, because the home isn’t quite large enough to support a separate dining room, these kitchen bar stools offer a space-saving alternative, doubling up the kitchen island as a breakfast bar. You can find similar stools here .
The modern dining chairs make a sculptural and artistic statement in the absence of other decorations. They also serve as extra “living room” seating when the residents are entertaining guests.
The modern dining chairs make a sculptural and artistic statement in the absence of other decorations. They also serve as extra “living room” seating when the residents are entertaining guests.
A small table tucks away into the corner, to be used as either a vanity or a simple writing desk.
Overall, the bedroom design feels exceptionally comfortable, from the soft indirect lighting to the plush upholstered headboard wall.
What a cozy entryway! Upholstered from top to bottom, this little niche looks like a relaxing place to empty pockets and untie shoes after a long day at the workplace. And the mirror makes it easy to check hair and outfit before leaving in the morning.
While the bathroom looks very similar to the rest of the home, it does make more extensive use of plain white surfaces for a “clean feeling” appearance.
The open shelf is a great place to hold extra hand towels, simple decorations, or spare soap and lotion dispensers .
While there isn’t much artwork hanging in this home, that only means that pieces like this make an even bigger impression! This handsome vanity sits between the entryway and the bathroom. The candle holders are a nice touch too.
Decor remains simple. While there are a few statement pieces like the lamps, most of the color and creative personality comes from the simplest everyday objects like the fruit bowl on the table.
Rather than taking up valuable visual real estate with a traditional television, the designer opted for a projector paired with a retractable white screen. It’s still a great place to entertain despite the home’s small size – guests can simply pull up chairs from the dining room.
While the kitchen uses white-on-white design to maintain a low profile, the dining area stands out with cozier appeal thanks to its warmer color palette. The sense of contrast helps separate each functional area.
A variety of lighting options sets the mood. A low dining room pendant provides soft illumination for meals, while a pair of creative rabbit lamps casts light into both the living and dining spaces.
Without much extraneous decoration, every accessory has the potential to make a big visual impact. The bowl, bottles, pans, and pitcher are all functional items yet their stylish designs add character to the space.
The simple and stylish bedroom hides between sliding glass doors, easily concealed with neutral grey curtains for privacy.
Instead of decorations, the bedside tables simply host indoor house plants to add a touch of color and a splash of outdoor charm in the absence of windows.
And because the bed stands are already occupied by useful items, these bedroom pendant lights are a great way to save space compared to ordinary table lamps.
Extra lighting built into the ceilings and walls provide a little extra mood lighting for relaxing evenings in bed.
Visualizer:Maxim Tsiabus
At just 50 square meters, this attractive apartment makes up for its limited floor plan with space-enhancing features like tall ceilings, massive windows, and a wide open layout.
Clad in marble, concrete, and plenty of pure white surfaces, it definitely has a high-end “clean” feeling vibe.
Visualizer:IQOSA Architect
Next is a home that uses both material and layout to foster a sense of warmth and intimacy. The main living area and the combined kitchen/dining room is separated by a wall that contains a cozy faux fireplace, with the lower section remaining open to still allow a sense of connectedness between the two functional areas.
The comfortable reading chair is the Q1 from ODESD2.
The living room itself is absolutely ideal for entertaining guests – a spacious sofa, a large format television, and plenty of room to spread out makes it easy to get comfortable and enjoy a movie or good conversation.
Sometimes it’s difficult to find unique coffee tables that work well with low sofas like this one, but this pairing looks fabulous.
From this angle it’s really easy to see the effect that the semi-open portion of the dividing wall has on this space. The two areas feel separate but neither room feels any smaller as a result of the wall thanks to the visual continuity.
Another benefit is the extra storage. Shelves on the edge would make it easy to display books or treasured collectibles, while the cabinets on the living room side keep clutter at a minimum.
Although it’s extremely functional, the actual floor space of the kitchen is rather limited. In spaces like this without much decoration, unique kitchen pendant lights can make a huge difference – this design by Lindsey Adelman definitely makes a stunning statement.
Even for the most design-minded, it can get tiring to look at beautiful spaces that feel like they would be impossible to actually live in. But luckily, beautiful design does not have to be minimalist or impractical. It is possible to design a home that has plenty of storage for more than 3 shirts, that has pops of pretty colors but plenty of clean surfaces that are both attractive and useful. In this post, you’ll get to take a look inside a home from the design team at Nordico with photography from Hey!Cheese Photography . The house uses a lot of white, but does not have the monochromatic offputting style that some designs do. Instead, the space is practical. It is so easy to imagine coming home to this design, sinking into the sofa, and living a comfortable but stylish life.
From the first image, we can see the carefully chosen furniture that is well-constructed but has a practical purpose. For example, the unique coffee table , which is the Ding Table by Normann Copenhagen, is definitely stylish but of course serves perfectly as support for a cup of coffee or some light reading.
The natural wood that is used throughout the home acts as a beautiful accent as well as being a practical material for cleaning and for setting off accent colors.
Natural wood along the ceiling lowers the height a bit but recessed lighting helps to open up the space.
Pretty planters mounted to the wall and nestled next to the sofa give the cozy living room some lovely greenery.
are always a nice addition to a living room and this cerulean choice is no exception. The huge angular Flos 265 wall lamp is a nice addition.
A little planter rack next to the sofa is the home for cute indoor house plants that are easy to care for.
Creative wall shelving is another practical and attractive design choice.
No home can every have enough storage and these hidden drawers could house those trinkets and knickknacks that can’t really live anywhere else.
An interior glass wall separates the main living area from the dining room.
In the dining room, modern dining chairs are the perfect option for a small dinner party or a quick breakfast.
Exposed bulb lighting is still chic and these gold connectors add a bit of surprising shine.
In the home office area, decorative wall hooks are a good choice. 2 person workspaces need to have a bit more storage and the hooks could be useful for coats, bags, or obviously plants.
add a warm industrial element to the dining room.
The bedroom isn’t huge, but some cute, artistic choices give it a lot of warmth and personality.
White on white makes the light that streams in through the blinds that much more effective in brightening up the room.
Next to the bed, a Fiddle Leaf Fig adds some cheer.
Another modern chair makes for a simple addition to the study space in this bedroom.
Closet space is not in short supply, hiding away whatever mess may appear.
A unique wall clock means that whoever sleeps here will know exactly how long they have to work on their homework.
White subway tile in the bathroom is a timeless look.
A deep tub and glass doors create a very chic effect.
Patterned tile on one wall adds a bit of playful interest.
are essential for the home cook that doesn’t want to burn down their beautiful house.
The kitchen even has space for fun kitchen accessories like colorful pots and a beautiful cutting board .
Dark isn’t the first theme that comes to mind when designing a kitchen. Stereotypical assumptions are of white and bright kitchens matched by light wood—something like the color of breakfast pancakes. Have you ever thought otherwise? Perhaps something like a modern dark kitchen?
We’ve got a collection of stunning spaces sure to switch up your vision. This black kitchen design inspiration is the sexiest interior design can muster. All divulging in shades of black, navy, or dark brown, they add what white kitchens cannot—a seductive allure that says sleekness and sophistication at the same time. Take a peek at some brilliant interiors on the darker side to see if a modern luxury black kitchen could be for you.
Modern Dark Kitchen Design Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation
1. Make it an All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Design At Sketch
Almost completely covered in black, a few minor elements shine in chrome and wood in this kitchen interior. We love how the textures do the talking, especially through the matte table under black wood-panelled walls. But having an open approach like this means that every one of your accessories on display—including knives, wine glasses, mugs, cutting boards, teapots, cookie jars, etc.—need to be on point.
2. Add Wooden Elements
Visualizer:Bogdan Tovstyy
This black beauty edges towards wooden elements. We see a speckled floor, a white wall, and a central bench. Rounded black lamps hover over the island, providing functionality and style. If you’re wondering how visual intrigue is added to this modern black kitchen… a huge credit goes to the abstract art!
3. Complement the Black Kitchen with Orange
Source:Vancouver House
A bit of curve rounds out the hard edges—adding some much-needed warmth. This wave-design bench leads up to an orange-hued enclave in this black-and-silver interior. The burnt orange sure makes a design statement (apart from the unique central island).
4. Keep Your Dark Modern Kitchen Simple
Visualizer:Panda Fox Studios
A simplistic look makes this black kitchen a winner. We see the basics: a light floor, a black minimalist island, and sleek cabinetry. But the contrast between light and dark keeps the ambiance interesting, while the large window welcomes plenty of natural light.
5. Make it Dark… Or Not?
Visualizer:Who Cares Design
If you’re eyeing a dark kitchen aesthetic but are hesitant to make the change, this is it. Introducing more light, this black kitchen is hardly dark at all. Black benches, cabinetry, fixtures and stools are intersected by large-panel windows, a white shelving stand and light flooring.
6. Make Use of Asymmetry in the Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Visual Method
This modern black kitchen takes another angle on this kaleidoscopic space, breaking all spatial boundaries. Black and glass alternate in this chic kitchen as the interesting ceiling design keeps the space unconventional. We’ve also got to appreciate the cherry blossoms, doubling as decor even within the interior.
7. Factor in Some Warmth
Source:Modulnova
This warmer-looking kitchen makes a move to brown. It strategically achieves the purpose with the use of wood. This not only introduces natural textures but also makes the ambiance inviting. Talk about a modern style that’s equal parts welcoming!
8. Place a White Island in a Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Jean Regauer
An instant way to brighten up a dark kitchen (we mean, get the best of both worlds)? This kitchen space shows us how by using a white island on a black floor. The backsplash further enhances this dark-and-light effect, while the cowhide rug adds just the right amount of coziness.
9. Make Marble Your Best Friend
Architect:Chamberlain Javens Architects
If you’re looking to create a modern luxury black kitchen, you know what you’ve got to do: Go big on marble! This natural stone adds the luxe factor to any space, especially as a large, central island, as seen in the kitchen above. You can also add it through the backsplash.
10. Make it Mysterious
Visualizer:Tomek Michalski
You can double the visual intrigue in your all black kitchen by adding some mystery. In this kitchen, mood-lighting sets the scene in black and grey, while a marbled bench acts as the hero. The back inlet and flooring create contrast and depth. Taken together, these elements make the space an interesting one.
11. Layer Gray and Gold
Visualizer:Mitaka Dimov
Black kitchens are cool, but what if we layer in gray and add accents of gold? This stunning kitchen space uses gray flooring to add diversity to the otherwise black palette. The thick gold panel is one way that makes the space look incredibly high-end.
12. Add French Style to Black Kitchen Design
Visualizer:Aeroslon
Make your kitchen both modern and French with traditional black cabinetry. In this space, standing armoires act as sinks, and all other displayed items remain black. The stark white clock can surely act as the focal point of the space!
13. Consider Soft Elements
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Rough, light wood and low-hanging white lights set this kitchen interior a world apart. You can also notice a layer of light gray cabinetry, adding variation to the otherwise dark color palette. These elements factor in softness to the black kitchen design.
14. Let the Accessories Do the Talking
Photographer:Mikko Ryhänen
In this black-and-wood creation, the accessories take center stage in adorning the interior. We love the houseplant, but the crockery deserves a special mention for doubling as decor. The light oakwood backdrop further warms the space up.
15. Consider a Matte All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:HDR Designer
Neat square panels perfectly line up to emphasize the stark black minimalism that is at play here. We love how the cabinetry is matte black with no hardware, adding a sense of simplicity. The herb planters are a healthy green addition to bring the otherwise simple space.
16. Add Some Stencilling to Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Fine lines and stencilling set this monochromatic space apart. Lined by black magnetic lights, black stencils and glossy white facades, it makes its mark on a light wooden floor.
17. Build a Shape Out of Black
Visualizer:Huso
18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients
Visualizer:Mario Nogueira
If you’re wondering how the intrigue in this space is working… It’s the gradients from black, to charcoal, to light grey. White surrounds in the walls and a monochromatic hanging light. This clever design technique makes sure the space is anything but boring, even if it’s using mere neutrals (minus the stunning orange dining chairs, of course).
19. Leverage Black Textures
Visualizer:Nefeli Kallianou
One instant way to add interest to a black kitchen is with textures, as seen in this metallic matte kitchen. This accounts for decorative presence in the light and bright space, providing character to an otherwise simple room.
20. Work on the Functionality of the Modern Dark Kitchen
Visualizer:İbrahim Ethem KISACIK
This dark modern kitchen makes sure it’s as functional as is stylish. The central island is paired with a black dining table, while all necessary appliances are fixed into the cabinetry. We also see pendant lights and lighting under the hood providing just the right illumination.
21. Create a Modern Classic All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:A&L Interior Design
Folks seeking an inviting all black kitchen can look towards this modern classic space. It merges contemporary elements (through sleek black cabinetry) with traditional ones (as seen in the wooden backsplash) to bring together the best of both worlds.
22. Put Essentials on Display in Your Modern Black Kitchen Interior
Visualizer:Polygon
Yet another kitchen that uses black and wooden elements to create a dark-themed interior. What sets this one apart is the hanging pans. They do offer easy access as the residents cook, but they also double as decor! (Note how the pans also use black and wooden elements to stay coherent with the theme).
23. Add the Industrial Style to the All Black Kitchen
Via:Emotion School
Industrial style lovers, rejoice! This is THE inspiration to set up your favorite interior design style, the dark way. This kitchen uses rustic wood and exposed elements for the ceiling to create an industrial black kitchen interior.
24. Make a Statement with Black Chunky Lamps
Via:HomePicture.in
All eyes on the two chunky lamps hanging in this monochromatic setting. They do add focus but also allow the contrasting white inset to shine. Not to forget the central island, providing plenty of storage space.
25. Make Room for Keepsakes
Visualizer:Maxim Goryachev
There’s nothing like personalizing your space to who YOU are. This kitchen serves the purpose by adding keepsakes and heirlooms. Also, black leaves room for details, so it’s one of the best colors to use if you’re hoping to display knick-knacks.
26. Use Black to Add Intimacy
Visualizer:Helen Bank
Who says dark colors make small spaces feel smaller? We only see black adding luxury to this compact space (with some credit to the white flooring adding brightness). This kitchen—with black marble backsplash—speaks opulence, and for all the right reasons!
27. Enhance Black Kitchen Design with Patterns
Visualizer:Ksenia Lenski
This black kitchen interior makes a design statement with the patterned marble island. Its sleek metallic legs lift it off the floor, creating an illusion of space. Simultaneously, the textured inset makes sure visual interest is added.
28. Don’t Forget a Black and White Rug
Visualizer:Nada Aboelrous
If you’re not in for a complete kitchen renovation, simply painting your cabinets black and adding a black-and-white patterned rug will achieve the purpose! We love how this kitchen keeps sets the base with white and tops it with black.
29. Let the Lighting Make a Statement in the All Black Kitchen
Architect:Artpartner Architects
When everything else is understated, letting the lighting create a statement is a good idea. This matte black kitchen interior uses rod lighting to do the talking. It sticks to the all black kitchen color scheme, though!
30. Tone it Down
Visualizer:Valeria Mosolova
This open floor plan uses dark gray throughout, showing us that black can work in more spaces than the kitchen 😉 It sure makes a design statement for those cooking and dining—or lounging!
31. Consider a Black and Wooden Bar
Visualizer:Amir Emami
This is the ultimate modern luxury black kitchen! After all, what’s better than displaying your favorite collection of beer right behind the black kitchen island? The low-hanging pendant lights also add to the black kitchen design.
32. Add the Gothic Vibe
Visualizer:Sebastian Lorio
This dark-gray kitchen is super simple with its sleek, hardware-less cabinetry. Well, except the far left end. Here, we see a statement piece of art and intriguing layered lighting created a focal point.
33. Stick to the Minimalist Style for Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Miguel A. Ramos
This compact kitchen space follows the simple rule: white walls paired with black cabinetry and an island. Even in this nook, the space is able to make a style statement while providing optimal functionality. The window here gives a contrasting element of light to the otherwise dark modern kitchen.
34. Layer Lighting in the All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Tatiana Durnescu
We see shades of gray and black coming together to bring this modern dark kitchen to life. What we especially love is the multiple types of lighting, all layered together to bring visual interest to the space.
35. Set the Backdrop For Your Living Space
Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin
